Celtic Homemade Eggnog
Indulge in the festive warmth of Celtic Homemade Eggnog, a luxurious twist on the classic holiday drink infused with the unmistakable depth of Irish whiskey. This creamy, made-from-scratch recipe is a delightful balance of rich egg yolks, velvety heavy cream, and a fragrant blend of nutmeg and cinnamon, creating a perfectly spiced base. The light and airy texture comes from gently folded whipped egg whites, lending a sophisticated frothiness to every sip. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this eggnog is chilled to perfection and finished with a sprinkle of nutmeg for a festive flourish. Whether you're entertaining guests or cozying up by the fire, this Irish-inspired eggnog will be the season's showstopper. Explore how to achieve this seamlessly balanced blend of smoothness and spice, ready in just 25 minutes with a little prep time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Egg yolks
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Irish whiskey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- 4 large Egg whites
- 0.25 cup Superfine sugar
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they lighten in color.
Gradually add the granulated sugar while whisking, ensuring the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon powder.
Heat the mixture gently, stirring frequently, until it begins to steam but does not boil.
Slowly temper the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture by adding a small amount at a time and whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (approximately 170°F or 75°C).
Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in the Irish whiskey, and transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
Just before serving, beat the egg whites in a clean mixing bowl until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the superfine sugar to the egg whites while continuing to beat until they form stiff peaks.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the chilled eggnog to create a light and airy texture.
Serve the eggnog in glasses, garnished with an extra sprinkle of ground nutmeg on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.5 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1406 mg | 469% | |
| Sodium | 534 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.1 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 225.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 765 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1080 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
